Category : Judiciary


Health Minister, MD Face Contempt Charge for Defying Court Order

The National Industrial Court in Abuja has initiated contempt proceedings against the Minister of State for Health and Dr. Unaogu Nneka for disobeying an order to reinstate Prof. Monday Igwe as Medical Director of Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Enugu.

SERAP Urges Tinubu to Reverse NBC's 'Unlawful' Media Directive

Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to immediately withdraw a National Broadcasting Commission directive, labeling it unconstitutional and a danger to press freedom ahead of 2027 elections.

Woman Divorces Husband Over Poverty in Kwara Court

A Kwara court dissolved a marriage after the wife cited financial hardship and her husband's irresponsibility. The judge granted her custody of three children and ordered the husband to provide for them.

Kwara Charges Saraki, Ahmed Over Offa Robbery

The Kwara State Government has filed a 20-count criminal charge against former Senate President Bukola Saraki and ex-governor Abdulfatah Ahmed, alleging conspiracy in the 2018 Offa bank robberies that killed 33 people.

Kwara Charges Saraki, Ahmed with 20 Counts Over Offa Robbery

The Kwara State Government has filed a 20-count criminal charge against former Senate President Bukola Saraki and former Governor Abdulfatai Ahmed for alleged involvement in the 2018 Offa armed robbery. The charges include criminal conspiracy and culpable

Kwara Charges Saraki, Ahmed Over Offa Robbery Role

Kwara State Government files 20-count criminal charge against former Senate President Bukola Saraki and ex-Governor Abdulfatai Ahmed for alleged involvement in the 2018 Offa robbery, including conspiracy and homicide.

Rivers Judiciary, NBA in Row Over Contempt Case

A dispute erupts between the Rivers State Judiciary and the Nigerian Bar Association after a lawyer is sentenced to three days for contempt, sparking legal tensions and calls for investigation.

Court Orders Arrest of Buhari's Ex-Minister Over EFCC Charges

A Federal Capital Territory High Court has issued a bench warrant for the arrest of former Minister Sadiya Umar Farouq and Permanent Secretary Bashir Nura Alkali for failing to appear in court to face 21-count EFCC charges including alleged diversion of p

Churchwarden's Murder Conviction Quashed After Appeal

Benjamin Field, a former churchwarden serving life for murdering university lecturer Peter Farquhar, has had his conviction overturned. The Court of Appeal cited defective jury directions and ordered a retrial.

Murder Conviction Quashed, Retrial Ordered in Lecturer Case

The Court of Appeal has overturned Benjamin Field's 37-year murder conviction for killing university lecturer Peter Farquhar, citing defective jury instructions. A retrial has been ordered while prosecutors appeal to the Supreme Court.

Julius Malema Gets 5-Year Jail Term in Firearm Case

Julius Malema, leader of South Africa's Economic Freedom Fighters, has been sentenced to five years in prison for firearm offences from a 2018 rally, with his legal team filing an appeal that could impact his political future.

Asia Carrera Passes Texas Bar Exam, Becomes Lawyer

Asia Carrera, a retired adult film star, has passed the Texas bar exam, marking a significant career shift toward becoming a licensed attorney. She announced the achievement on Facebook after her second attempt.

Govt Drops Terrorism Financing Charge Against Malami, Son

The Federal Government has amended charges against former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami and his son, removing terrorism financing allegations. The case now focuses solely on illegal firearms possession, with trial dates set for May 26 and June 15.

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